Ready for a challenge?  Our new scavenger hunt adventures are sure to get you to out exploring Dix Park in a fun new way.

Exciting park projects are underway

At the June 16 Raleigh City Council meeting, Council reviewed the updated project priorities and unanimously approved the design contract for the Plaza & Play and the funding agreement with the Dix Park Conservancy. Here's what is in the works: 

What an exciting year it has been! One year ago today... we celebrated the adoption of the Master Plan and kicked-off the next phase of creating Dorothea Dix Park!

Thank you for supporting your park through the master planning process, joining us for activities and festivals, and sharing what you love about Dix Park on social media. Check out our year-in-review to see all we've done together!

By Thomas Goldsmith

The chapel that patients and staff at Raleigh’s Dorothea Dix Hospital attended for almost 60 years is getting a $2 million facelift and will greet visitors to Dix Park as well as offer concerts, community meetings, educational programs, spiritual events and more.

Dorothea Dix Park

Explore Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh, learn its rich history, and see what Raleigh has in store for this hidden gem.